1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 441 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Sirion | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 53 L |
